The Idea of You is a 2024 American romantic comedy film based on Robinne Lee's novel. Directed by Michael Showalter, it stars Anne Hathaway as a single mother who falls for a younger man, played by Nicholas Galitzine, who is the lead singer of a famous boy band. The story explores their unconventional love affair.
December 2018: Optioned for Film Adaptation
In December 2018, the adaptation of the novel The Idea of You was opted by Welle Entertainment.
2018: Film Adaptation Announced
In 2018, a film adaptation of the novel The Idea of You was announced.
June 2021: Westfeldt Adapts Novel and Hathaway Joins Cast
In June 2021, it was announced that Jennifer Westfeldt would adapt the novel The Idea of You and Anne Hathaway would star in the film adaptation.
2021: Westfeldt, Hathaway, Showalter, and Galitzine Join Project
In 2021, Jennifer Westfeldt, Anne Hathaway, Michael Showalter, and Nicholas Galitzine joined the project for the film adaptation of The Idea of You.
August 2022: Showalter Confirmed as Director
In August 2022, Michael Showalter was confirmed as director for The Idea of You.
October 2022: Filming Takes Place in Georgia
In October 2022, filming for The Idea of You took place in Georgia.
2022: Filming of The Idea of You
The Idea of You was filmed in 2022.
December 2023: First Look Still Released
Amazon Prime Video released an exclusive still from The Idea of You in December 2023.
March 6, 2024: Trailer Release
The official trailer for The Idea of You was released on March 6, 2024.
March 16, 2024: Premiere at South by Southwest
The Idea of You premiered at the South by Southwest film festival on March 16, 2024.
May 2, 2024: Release on Prime Video
The Idea of You was released as a Prime Video original film on May 2, 2024.
2024: Film Release of The Idea of You
The Idea of You, a romantic comedy film, was released in 2024.